Truth 101 Class

  Deuteronomy 7:1-11 describe the judgment for the seven pagan nations currently occupying the Promised Land. Israel is also reminded that they are a chosen people to be holy and set apart for God. Just as God is faithful to keep His covenant with them, His people are to keep God's commandments, statutes, and rules. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 1-5 The people of God were assured of victory even though the nations occupying the Land were "more numerous and mightier" than they.  What gives me assurance of victory whenever faced with many major challenges in my life? Verses 6-11 What do these verses show me about God choosing me? God's people are His "treasured possession."  What type of treasure might I most identify with? Some examples from Scripture include: Precious stones in the ephod, such as emerald, sapphire, and diamond, like leaders representing God's people (ref. Exodus 28:15...

  Deuteronomy 6:10-25 warn Israel against forgetting the LORD after they receive the great cities, houses, cisterns, vineyards, and olive trees in the Promised Land - things they did not build, fill, dig, or plant. They are to fear God and keep His commandments. For the Law teaches how to live as God's covenant people, freed from slavery.  Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 10-12 What achievements or blessings have I received that I should remember as coming from God rather than from my own efforts? Verses 13-19 NOTE:  The story of Israel testing God at Massah is recorded in Exodus 17:1-7. Jesus quoted verses 13 and 16 when He was tempted by Satan in the wilderness (ref. Matthew 4:1-11 and Luke 4:1-13). Unlike Israel, Jesus did not fall into sin and disobedience.  So, how can I learn from Jesus's example when fighting temptation? Verses 20-25 How would I answer if I were asked to explain the meaning of...

  Deuteronomy 6:1-9 contain the shema (or "hear").  Verses 1-3 exhort Israel to fear the LORD and keep His commandments to ensure their well-being and increase in numbers in the Land, according to the covenant promises. Verses 4-5 declare that there is only one true God, and they were to love Him with their whole being.  Verses 6-9 show that wholehearted obedience comes through teaching and keeping God's word in all of life. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 1-3 Why is fearing God and keeping His commandments key to well-being and receiving God's promises? Verses 4-5 What does it mean for me to love God with all my heart, soul, and might? Verses 6-9 How do I keep God's word in every part of my life? For music inspired by the Shema, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Shema O Israel" by Timeless Hebrew Tunes: Link

  Deuteronomy 5:22-33 recount how God showed His glory and greatness when He gave the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai (ref. Exodus 20:18-21). God desires that His people would fear Him and keep His commandments. By doing so, His people would live well and long in the land they are about to possess. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verse 22 Why is it important to know that God "added nothing more" to the Ten Commandments given in Exodus 20? Verses 23-27 How should I respond when God shows me His glory and greatness? Verses 28-33 Our society offers many ideas for well-being, but what does God say?

  Deuteronomy 5:1-21 begin the review of the Law with the Ten Commandments. In renewing the covenant, this generation was to hear, learn, and follow carefully the statutes and judgments given at Mt. Sinai (ref. Exodus 20:1-17). The first four commandments focus on relationship with God, while the last six address relationships with others. For the command on keeping the Sabbath holy, Exodus 20:11 emphasizes the day of rest as instituted by God at Creation, while Deuteronomy 5:15 adds that it is a reminder of their freedom from slavery. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 1-6 Though we are saved by grace and are not under the law, why is it still important for us to HEAR, LEARN, and OBEY the law of the LORD? Verses 7-21 How well am I following the Ten Commandments, which Jesus summarized as Loving God and Loving our Neighbors (Matthew 22:34-40; Mark 12:28-34; Luke 10:25-37)? For music inspired by the Ten Commandments, ...

  Deuteronomy 4:32-49 lead into the main body of Deuteronomy, where the Law is reviewed in chapters 5-28.  The people are reminded that none can compare with the LORD their God.  As a fitting response , they are encouraged to follow God's Law that it may go well with them in the Promised Land.  Moses leads by example, obeying God's command to set apart cities of refuge in the conquered Transjordan region; though the remaining cities of refuge were to be established after taking possession of the Promised Land (ref. Numbers 35:9-34). The same Law that was given to the first generation is now to be reviewed during this pivotal transition into the Promised Land. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 32-39 In what ways has God also demonstrated to me that there is "no other besides Him"? Verse 40 How should I respond to the honor of being chosen to be in relationship with a loving and awesome God? Verses 41-4...